Grant Accountant

Mid Michigan Community Action Agency; Farwell (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid Michigan Community Action Agency in Michigan seeks a Finance Manager to oversee grant financial management, budgeting, reporting, and analysis while safeguarding client privacy and ensuring financial integrity. The role collaborates with program staff to develop grant budgets and monitor activity within the accounting system.

The position involves audits, GAAP compliance, and timely financial reporting to agencies and funders, with oversight of budgeting, forecasting, and staff performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field with accounting concentration
• Minimum of three years of experience in accounting and business administration
• Proficient computer skills including Word, Excel, Outlook and the Internet

Responsibilities

• Oversee comprehensive financial management of grants, including budgeting, reporting, and analysis
• Ensure compliance with regulations and internal policies
• Collaborate with staff to develop grant budgets and monitor activity in accounting software
• Audit grant accounting data and correct errors
• Ensure GAAP compliance and timely government/funding reports
• Monitor grant contracts and sub-recipients for financial policy adherence
• Prepare information for annual Single Audit and other audits
• Contribute to annual budgeting and forecasting
• Supervise journal entries and month-end closing processes
• Maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers

Skills

Budgeting

Financial reporting

GAAP knowledge

Audit preparation

Grant management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field with accounting concentration

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Accounting software

Job description

General Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the comprehensive financial management of grants, including budgeting, reporting, and analysis
• Protect the privacy of the agency and hold in confidence all information about customers

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and internal policies, while also contributing to the overall financial health of the organization
• Manage the financial aspects of grants, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Collaborate with administrative and program staff to develop grant budgets and monitor their activity in the accounting software
• Audit grant accounting data and correct errors
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, statutes, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Review and submit timely financial reports to government agencies and other funding sources
• Monitor grant contractor and sub-recipient agreements, ensuring adherence to financial policies and sound business practices
• Review Financial Policies Procedures at least annually or as needed for proposed updates
• Assist with updating other financial policies and procedures
• Gather and prepare information for the annual Single Audit and other required financial audits and monitoring
• Contribute to annual budgeting and forecasting financial projections
• Supervise preparation of journal entries and month-end closing process
• Gather and prepare information for the annual financial audit
• Maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers
• Manage the performance of the Budget Coordinator and Accounting Specialist
• Facilitate comprehensive orientation and ongoing training within the Finance Department
• Complete other tasks, projects, and responsibilities as assigned

Education and Experience Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field with an accounting concentration
• Minimum of three years of experience in accounting and business administration

Additional Requirements:

• Work is performed in an office cubicle environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment
  
• Must be able to move short distances, exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Must have proficient computer and technical skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and the Internet
  
• Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, provide proof of insurance, and successfully pass a motor vehicle record review annually.
  
• Must successfully pass a background check, including criminal history and Central Registry clearance, at the time of hire and when requested at any time during employment.
  
• Must comply with the Agency's smoke-free and drug-free policies.